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A standout moment of the Cyprus Diaspora Forum 2025 was the CYDIA Awards 2025, which honoured outstanding individuals whose achievements have elevated Cyprus on the global stage. The event was attended by the Deputy Minister of Research, Innovation and Digital Policy, Mr Nicodemos Damianou, representing the President of the Republic of Cyprus, H.E. Mr Nikos Christodoulides, as well as by Ministers of the Republic of Cyprus, His Beatitude Georgios III, Archbishop of Cyprus, Ambassadors, High Commissioners, dignitaries, and foreign representatives.

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Among the prestigious accolades were the Lifetime Achievement Award, presented to Dr Theodoros Potamitis; the Diaspora Entrepreneur Award, awarded to Demetrios Constantinides; the Diaspora Ambassador Award, awarded to Loucas Pouroulis; and the Impact Award, presented on behalf of the Cypriots of the Diaspora to the Chief Scientist of the Republic of Cyprus, Demetris Skourides. The Legacy Award was awarded posthumously to British Cypriot pop icon George Michael, celebrating his enduring influence. Each recipient’s inspirational story continues to energise and unite the global Cypriot community.

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The CYDIA Awards 2025 were held at the prestigious Parklane Resort and Spa in Limassol, Cyprus on Saturday 10 May 2025.  The event included a gala dinner and a spectacular entertainment programme, with performances by Vasiliki Hadjiadamou, Batukinio, Shakallis Dance School, Aliki Chrysochou, Sophia Patsalides, and internationally renowned Greek-Cypriot artist Loukas Yorkas.